Staff Structural Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Mid-Atlantic Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Arlington, VA is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to lead design for government and military facilities, guiding projects from concept through construction. The role requires strong structural engineering knowledge and CAD/BIM proficiency, with a focus on delivering compliant, budget-conscious solutions.

You will collaborate with project teams, review drawings, and contribute data for presentations and contract administration, while ensuring adherence to codes.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Structural or related Engineering Technology.
• FE exam completed and 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• MS in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• EIT Certification is required; PE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for government/military facilities.
• Design structural components per project managers.
• Apply knowledge of structural engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by project managers.
• Update drawings in CAD-related software to verify corrections.
• Prepare information for client presentations, shop drawings, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Structural design

Analytical problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Structural Engineering

MS in Structural Engineering (Preferred)

EIT Certification (Required)

FE exam completed

PE Certification (Preferred)

3 years structural engineering experience

Tools

RISA 3D

ETABS

SAFE

AutoCAD

Revit

Tekla

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of government and military facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects, including, but not limited to, governmental and military facilities.
• Design structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of governmental and military facilities.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, AND 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering (Preferred).
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in standard engineering techniques, procedures, and concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment; demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D, ETABS, SAFE) and BIM/CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, and Tekla).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Be able to obtain the credentials required for unescorted access to federal facilities, including eligibility for security clearance.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (Required).
• Professional Engineering (PE) Certification (Preferred).

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-VA-Arlington

Other Locations United States

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263919

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #A&F